Best Schools in Potts Camp, Mississippi
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Mary Reid School (k-4)
Elementary · Marshall Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Potts Camp High School (5-12)
High · Marshall Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$83,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$83,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +40.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Potts Camp schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Potts Camp
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mary Reid School (k-4) | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Potts Camp High School (5-12) | 6.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $45,306
- Median home value
- $83,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Potts Camp compares
Median household income
$45k
87% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Potts Camp, Mississippi
Potts Camp, Mississippi is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Potts Camp perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Potts Camp is Mary Reid School (k-4) with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Potts Camp is served by 1 school district: MARSHALL CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 2,678 students.
Potts Camp's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,306. The poverty rate in the area is 26.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 247 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 358 students · 5th–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Potts Camp
Potts Camp, Mississippi · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,306
Median Home Value
$83,200
Median Rent
$861/mo
Population
2,117
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
26.0%
Community Profile
Potts Camp has a median household income of $45,306. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $83,200, with a median rent of $861/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
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- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Potts Camp, Mississippi
How many schools are in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
Potts Camp has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Potts Camp is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Potts Camp on MySchoolScout is Mary Reid School (k-4) with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Potts Camp on MySchoolScout is Mary Reid School (k-4) with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Potts Camp on MySchoolScout is Potts Camp High School (5-12) with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Potts Camp, Mississippi?
Potts Camp is served by 1 school district: Marshall Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Potts Camp have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
The median household income in Potts Camp is approximately $45,306 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Potts Camp is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Potts Camp, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.